Pastrami is the bacon of deli meats—a succulent, salty guilty pleasure that’s rarely described as lean. Max’s must have a surgeon working in the kitchen because we’ve never seen pastrami this svelte and tender. And the juice from the warm meat soaks into the chewy rye bread. $11.95. 191 Skokie Valley Rd., Highland Park, 847-831-0600, … Read more
Drink to That “Our Lillet Rose martini [$12] is a great apéritif to begin any meal,” says bar manager Amie Autenrieth. “It’s clean and crisp, floral and fruity, but the Lillet gives it depth. We came up with it because not everyone wants brown spirits.” Photo: Travas Machel Any respectable diner offers this humblest of … Read more
When a boneless chicken breast is dripping with jus, somebody did something right. It’s crammed into a grilled sourdough roll from Biondillo Bakery along with mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and pesto ranch dressing. Damn right. $6. 241 N. York Rd., Elmhurst, 630-516-3354, rosaliasdeli.com Previous 39. The Hen House Saigon Sisters Next 41. The Marty Z&H … Read more
The craving can strike at any time, day or night. Here’s where to get your sandwich fix—both chic and cheap—regardless of what the clock says.
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